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• George Formby's banjolele sells at auction for £28,500

  30-06-2017 20:33 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The instrument, which attracted bids from America and Dubai, was sold to a man living in the UK.
  
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• National Lottery Lotto results: Numbers for tonight's £7.6M 'two chances' draw - Wednesday, July 15

  15-07-2026 19:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Live results checker for tonight's Lotto draw
  
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• What did Eligio Bishop do and where is he now as true crime series The Cult of NatureBoy debuts on Disney+

  15-07-2026 19:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The four part documentary is a must-watch for fans of the true crime genre
  
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• I found an 'easy to wear' £30 dress that can be worn from day to night all summer

  15-07-2026 19:02 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "Easy to wear casual dress. Cool in current hot weather as it is cotton fabric. Good sizing."
  
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• New plans for 500 more homes on the edge of Stockport village

  15-07-2026 18:55 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Between them, Woodford could see more than 1,300 homes built.
  
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• Man, 31, banned from Oldham hospital for three years after threats to NHS staff

  15-07-2026 18:40 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  He subjected staff to 'serious abuse and threats'
  
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• Husband stabbed wife to death then 'smirked' and 'looked proud' about it, murder trial hears

  15-07-2026 18:34 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Syed Ahmad denies murdering Anam Rafay
  
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• Family speak of shock after beloved mum killed in head-on collision near Wigan

  15-07-2026 18:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Anita Ashcroft's family said she would be 'terribly missed'
  
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• Households urged to move cardboard boxes away from lofts this week amid UK heatwave

  15-07-2026 18:30 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Experts say these mistakes could be making your home hotter in July
  
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• 'Epic' comedy series with Ted Lasso star and Oscar winner premieres on Prime Video

  15-07-2026 18:27 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The comedy was made with the help of one of Marvel's most popular directors
  
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• Andy Burnham's plans for state pension and the triple lock as UK gets new prime minister

  15-07-2026 18:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The future prime minister has responded to calls to cut the triple lock to reduce government spending
  
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• Date of Sir Keir Starmer's final day as prime minister after emotional goodbye in Commons

  15-07-2026 18:18 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The 63-year-old held the job for two years after Labour's triumphant victory in the 2024 general election
  
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• Coronation Street's Betsy Swain star turned to Emmerdale actor for support with harrowing stroke storyline

  15-07-2026 18:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Sydney Martin has opened up about tackling Betsy Swain's latest storyline as it was confirmed the teen suffered two strokes
  
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• Andy Burnham's No 10 North to be up and running from his first day as Prime Minister

  15-07-2026 18:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE: The Manchester Evening News understands the Prime Minister's northern headquarters will begin operating on his first day in office as part of plans to reshape the way Britain is governed. Iram Ramzan reports.
  
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• 'The World Cup has massively helped pubs like ours - it's bringing people back to their locals'

  15-07-2026 18:08 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'It’s made people fall back in love with the pub'
  
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• Speeding driver avoids jail after crashing into mum-of-two as she crossed the road

  15-07-2026 18:03 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "To every parent in this room - there but for the grace of God - it can happen to you"
  
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• Family seeks public’s help to recover Shane Cullen’s mobile phone after fatal assault in Ashton

  15-07-2026 17:52 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "This appeal is about helping a grieving family recover something that means a great deal to them"
  
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• Argos shoppers race to snap up £25 LEGO World Cup Ronaldo sets for free online

  15-07-2026 17:46 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  "One of my favourite products to come out over the World Cup period and as a massive Ronaldo fan - this was a must-keep product"
  
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• Balaclava-clad robbers snatched man's £40k necklace as pal pistol-whipped with fake gun

  15-07-2026 17:43 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'I honestly do not know who had targeted me or why'
  
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• England and Manchester United hero Nobby Stiles death 'significantly contributed to' by disease caused by heading the ball

  15-07-2026 17:37 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Following an inquest into the death of the 1966 World Cup icon - a coroner plans to write to the FA about the dangers of heading
  
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• World Cup final rules on getting a day off work if England gets a bank holiday

  15-07-2026 17:32 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Sir Keir Starmer has made hints about a World Cup bank holiday if England wins the final - but how likely is a day off work really?
  
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• Dovestone and Tintwistle moor fires LIVE as smoke continues to billow over area

  15-07-2026 17:28 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The moorland fires are continuing to rage on with a woman appearing in court in connection with the fire near Dovestone Reservoir
  
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• The Mancunian Way: The fires rage on

  15-07-2026 17:26 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Crews thank locals for generosity as they battle wildfires PLUS The Reform fixer AND City centre jewel under threat
  
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• UK's most affordable areas for first-time buyers revealed - with four north west locations in top 10

  15-07-2026 17:24 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  You can buy your first property for less than £135,000 in these 10 areas
  
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• The suntrap beer garden hidden on a Manchester industrial estate with pints and pizza

  15-07-2026 17:12 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Tucked away on an industrial estate just minutes from Piccadilly Railway Station is a taproom with 20 keg lines and 3 cask lines
  
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• Everything we know about progress of moor blazes as fire service issue update

  15-07-2026 17:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  'The best way you can support our crews is by avoiding the area'
  
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• Rocket lands at Manchester's Science and Industry Museum for summer holidays

  15-07-2026 16:49 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Families can see the 30-foot Skybolt 2 for free at the museum this summer
  
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• Met Police make arrest after threat allegedly sent to Nigel Farage on social media

  15-07-2026 16:47 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The force said a man in his 20s was arrested and bailed pending further enquiries
  
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• Gardeners urged to follow 9am rule during UK heatwave

  15-07-2026 16:42 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  It comes as several water companies have issued hosepipe bans for millions
  
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• 'Forgotten' superhero series fans say is 'better than The Boys' now streaming in the UK

  15-07-2026 16:35 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  The Amazon Prime Video series boasts a beloved UK actor in the lead role
  
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